How to Use cohesive in a Sentence

cohesive

adjective
  • Their tribe is a small but cohesive group.
  • Religion can be used as a cohesive social force.
  • Here, the range of cool blues and metallics still look cohesive.
    — Kate McGregor, House Beautiful, 13 Aug. 2023
  • Their youth is a cohesive agent.
    — Mike Vorkunov, New York Times, 10 June 2026
  • Just stick to the same color scheme to achieve a cohesive feel.
    — Mariah Thomas, Good Housekeeping, 1 May 2022
  • Is the team not working in a cohesive way?
    — Richard Tribou, The Orlando Sentinel, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Can the group work as a cohesive unit even down a couple of starters?
    — Adam Grosbard, Oc Register, 3 Jan. 2026
  • His team makes sure the spacecraft works as one cohesive whole.
    — Manasee Wagh, Popular Mechanics, 15 Nov. 2022
  • Stick to white or neutral tones for a clean, cohesive look.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 13 Apr. 2026
  • New York’s starters form a cohesive five.
    — Sean Gregory, Time, 14 June 2026
  • Store dry goods in clear jars to keep things streamlined and cohesive.
    — Jane Kim, The Spruce, 11 June 2026
  • The lack of a cohesive plan for all schools has been a sore spot for many coaches.
    — Steve Gardner, USA TODAY, 18 Jan. 2021
  • This will help make your space feel cohesive and timeless.
    — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 4 Feb. 2026
  • The same wood tone is used on the planters and wood fencing for a cohesive look.
    — Kristin Hohenadel, The Spruce, 24 Apr. 2026
  • Blue is a cohesive thread throughout the home.
    — Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 11 May 2026
  • Franklin reframed the client’s art to give it a fresh, cohesive look for her new home.
    — Hadley Keller, House Beautiful, 19 Feb. 2021
  • The team looked inspired, and cohesive, from the start.
    — Sean Gregory, Time, 13 June 2026
  • Just make sure the look is cohesive as a too-busy look makes a small room look even smaller.
    — Sonja Haller, USA TODAY, 13 Aug. 2019
  • That all adds up to a more cohesive team and a more loyal workforce.
    — Gwen Moran, Fortune, 17 Nov. 2019
  • That was a lot more manageable when the group was a cohesive unit.
    — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 16 Aug. 2025
  • The Fed chief needs to lead a cohesive team with common goals.
    — George P. Shultz and, WSJ, 18 Oct. 2017
  • This team will be scrappy but may take some time to jell into a cohesive unit.
    — Rich Scherr, baltimoresun.com, 7 Dec. 2021
  • The important part of it all is their cohesive plan to change.
    — Asia Milia Ware, Teen Vogue, 1 May 2019
  • Having a cohesive board with a guiding plan is the first step.
    — Madeleine Parrish, The Arizona Republic, 8 Oct. 2024
  • The hope is that creating a more cohesive team will bring out its best.
    — Noah White, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2025
  • Guests were asked to wear pastels or soft neutrals for a cohesive look.
    — Shira Savada, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 June 2021
  • His dusty rose satin blazer, pink shirt (no tie), and salmon-beige pants were cohesive and fresh.
    — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 10 Jan. 2023
  • Mix in the eggs and water and knead until a firm, cohesive dough forms.
    — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 17 Apr. 2026
  • Stay away from warm tones and gold metal to keep the look cohesive and wintery.
    — Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Jan. 2026
  • Those moments feel earned and make the story stronger and more cohesive.
    — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 16 Aug. 2024

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